Manchester United are set to confront Crystal Palace in the Premier League on Saturday evening following a morale-boosting victory against Barnsley.
United scored seven goals against the League One team, with Marcus Rashford, Alejandro Garnacho, and Christian Eriksen each netting twice at Old Trafford on Tuesday night. The outcome in the Carabao Cup followed the 3-0 victory against Southampton, positioning United favorably as they prepare for Saturday’s 5:30 PM match at Selhurst Park.
Erik ten Hag under significant pressure after consecutive losses to Brighton and Liverpool and will seek to maintain this momentum. He is well aware that turmoil may be imminent at United, particularly since Sir Jim Ratcliffe became control in February.
The primary emphasis is on Saturday’s match; nonetheless, there is substantial news regarding the future of Old Trafford. Let us examine the newest stories from talk2soccer.
Ratcliffe contemplates reversal
The owner of Manchester United is contemplating the optimal approach to securing a suitable stadium for the club’s future. Ratcliffe has expressed a preference for constructing a new 100,000-seat stadium on property near to Old Trafford, with the aim of relocating the club to the new facility by 2030, at an estimated cost of about £2 billion.
Under those conditions, United would continue to occupy Old Trafford during the construction. Upon the completion of the new stadium, Old Trafford might serve as the home for the academy and women’s teams.
The possibility of demolishing the stadium is now under serious consideration, as the club deems maintaining a reduced version of Old Trafford to be impractical. Ratcliffe will now evaluate the financial implications and the perspectives of the fans before to reaching a decision.
United received a dual enhancement.
Rasmus Hojlund and Mason Mount have resumed training with United in preparation for the journey to South London. Hojlund has not participated this season owing to a hamstring injury, resulting in a more significant role for Joshua Zirkzee thus far.
Mount has not participated since the 2-1 loss to Brighton on August 24, due to a hamstring injury. The midfielder seems poised for a swift comeback to the club after being photographed during training on Thursday. The news will be much welcomed by Ten Hag, as it will intensify competition for positions within the team.
Garner elucidates departure
Former United midfielder James Garner elucidated the reasons for his departure from the club to join Everton in a transaction valued at £15 million, inclusive of add-ons, last summer. He faced difficulties securing playing time under Ten Hag prior to engaging in an open dialogue with the management in the summer of 2023.
“My conversation with him was effortless,” he stated. I inquired directly whether I would be included in the squad or whether he envisioned a role for me. I saw the conversation did not proceed as favorably as I desired, prompting my choice to relocate.
He stated, “Ten Hag is quite accessible yet maintains a strict demeanor.” He does not tolerate anyone who bends the rules. He will express the truth candidly and will impose consequences on those who have erred.
